Romblon State University (RSU) invited Assoc. Prof. Adrian Jaleco Forca, Dean of the College of Science and Technology (CST) of Guimaras State University (GSU), to serve as the resource speaker for the first installment of the Strategies and Techniques for Effective Proficiency (STEP) Series held from April 2 to 4, 2025, at the Learning Resource Center, RSU Main Campus.

The event, titled “Research with a Conscience: Writing Ethically Sound Research Proposals with AI,” focused on enhancing the research capabilities of faculty members by providing them with the necessary skills to craft effective and ethical research proposals. The session highlighted the responsible integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in research, with Prof. Forca leading an in-depth discussion on the step-by-step formulation of research proposals. He emphasized the ethical considerations and best practices for using AI technologies throughout the research process.

In addition to Prof. Forca’s presentation, James Ryan B. Ga, MIT, faculty member at GSU, served as the facilitator, ensuring a smooth flow of activities and guiding participants through hands-on learning exercises.

This writeshop was part of RSU’s ongoing effort to support faculty researchers by providing practical guidance on leveraging innovation and technology without compromising academic integrity. The collaboration between RSU and GSU further amplifies both institutions’ commitment to advancing research excellence and instilling ethical scholarship in the digital age.